Olejar Books

This 23-chapter book gives a detailed description of important advances in inversion emulsion polymerization of synthetic watersoluble monomers, of the solution properties of some important carbohydrate polymers, and recent advances in the characterization of water-soluble polymers by chromatographic and nuclear magnetic resonance techniques. The rheology and adsorption of water-soluble polymers are discussed with respect to their influence on application performance. The polymers of choice in specific applications are discussed with respect to their performance in water treatment, petroleum recovery (drilling, fracturing, and secondary recovery), and waterborne coating formulations.
The comprehensive nature of this book should provoke insights for future fundamental research in the area of water-soluble polymers.